1989 Rover 216 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover 216 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Rover 216 (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover 216 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 216 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
